Man dies after stabbing at Sutton Coldfield pub

Image caption, A murder investigation has been launched following the stabbing

A man has died after being stabbed at a pub in Sutton Coldfield.

The victim, in his 20s, was found in the car park of the Beggars Bush pub, on Chester Road, just before 02:00 BST on Sunday. He was confirmed dead at the scene.

A murder investigation has been launched and officers have begun to review CCTV and speak to witnesses.

A large number of people are believed to have been at the venue for an event, West Midlands Police said, and anyone with information has been asked to come forward.

Image caption, Police were called to the car park behind the pub in the early hours of Sunday morning

The nearby Sainsbury's supermarket on Chester Road has been shut while a police presence remains in the area.

"Our investigation is at an early stage, and our thoughts are with the man's family and friends today," said Det Ch Insp Stacey Follows.

She added: "We will continue to support them as our investigation progresses, and I'd urge anyone who saw what happened, or who has dashcam or CCTV to get in touch with us as soon as possible."

Image caption, Parts of the nearby supermarket have also been cordoned off

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